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Administrative Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Sep 23, 2026
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POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Entomology in the College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an Administrative Assistant (Senior Support) to serve as staff assistant to the Department Head, performing complex, detailed tasks to support academic and administrative responsibilities. The selected candidate will: Oversee and coordinate departmental promotion and tenure process, annual reviews and senior faculty reviews. Attend monthly department faculty meetings and create meeting minutes in electronic format. Assist with the management of department endowments in eSteward. Assist with preparing material for annual department report. Coordinate faculty recruiting campaigns; arrange itineraries; and prepare materials and reports. Oversee planning and coordination of internal and external department functions (set up seminars, arrange meals, lodging, travel, equipment, etc.). Periodically assist with planning functions for national meetings. Maintain the calendar of the Department Head, coordinate meetings within the department, college, and university. Serve as a department financial initiator and process various budget forms through SIMBA and Service Now, as needed. Assist Department Head with analyzing reports on enrollment trends, extramural funding trends, grant submissions, award rates, and year-over-year changes etc. Assist administrative manager with financial budget management and serve as back up financial approver. Act on routine matters and refer others to appropriate personnel. Delegate work as appropriate and assist with problem resolution and development of new procedures. Perform administrative duties assigned by Department Head and Administrative Manager. This is a hybrid position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. Qualifications Required qualifications: Possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with little or no supervision, multi-task, and be pro-active in preparing for deadlines. Preferred qualifications: Proficiency in SIMBA, SAP Concur, eSteward, Activity Insight and Microsoft Office desired. Working knowledge of university systems and experience in an academic department. Strong financial knowledge and background MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $44,628.00 - $64,668.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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